What is the cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Forfar?

The cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Forfar is to bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 3h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aviemore to Forfar?

The fastest way to get from Aviemore to Forfar is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Aviemore and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Aviemore station to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Station and arriving at Lidl via Park and Ride and Hebrides Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Aviemore to Forfar?

The distance between Aviemore and Forfar is 118 miles. The road distance is 99.2 miles.

How do I travel from Aviemore to Forfar without a car?

The best way to get from Aviemore to Forfar without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £40 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Aviemore to Forfar?

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Aviemore to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Forfar bus from?

Aviemore to Forfar bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Station.

Train or bus from Aviemore to Forfar?

The best way to get from Aviemore to Forfar is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £40 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Aviemore to Forfar bus arrive?

Aviemore to Forfar bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Park and Ride station.

Can I drive from Aviemore to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Aviemore to Forfar is 99 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Aviemore to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 484+ hotels available in Forfar.

Aviemore to Forfar - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 20 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Aviemore to Forfar by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aviemore to PerthInverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
3h 17m
£43–97
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station to Park and RideUk093 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park and Ride to Hebrides DriveM9 / ...
3h 20m
£14–30
Drive 98.7 mi
1. Drive from Aviemore to Forfar98.7 mi
1h 54m
£25–35
Train, bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Perth
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Seagate Bus StationM8
3. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to The Cross21B / ...
3h 29m
£46–102
Bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Aviemore Train Station to Perth Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Seagate Bus StationM8
3. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to The Cross21B / ...
3h 37m
£20–32

Aviemore to Forfar by train and bus

89Weekly Services

3h 17mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Aviemore to Forfar.

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Distance: 116.9 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Aviemore, Scotland and Forfar, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Aviemore to Perth every 3 hours. Tickets cost £37–38 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station to Lidl via Park and Ride and Hebrides Drive in around 3h 20m.

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